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Learn about the Sidebar Settings

The Sidebar Settings in your fundraiser builder are where you’ll configure everything that powers your fundraiser—from tickets and donations to page design and integrations. This article will walk you through each section and what it does.

The sidebar settings contain the Fundraising Drivers, Fundraiser Settings, and Admin.




Fundraising Drivers

  • Event Tickets
    Set up individual or grouped tickets for your event.

  • Silent & Live Auctions
    Add and manage your silent or live auction items.

  • Raffles & 50/50s
    Manage raffle details, draw winners, and access raffle reports.

  • Donation Options
    Configure donation levels and add custom donation options.

  • Items for Sale
    Set up items or sponsorships available for direct purchase.

  • Live Streaming
    Enable and configure live streaming for your event.

  • Promo Codes
    Add and manage promo codes for your fundraiser.

  • Custom Fields
    Add custom questions for donors to answer at checkout.

  • Integrations
    Connect to Raiser’s Edge.

Fundraiser Settings

Fundraiser Goal


Set or change your fundraising goal and include offline contributions.

Page Design

Update your:

  • Fundraiser Name, Headline, and Subtitle

  • Color palette

  • Homepage setting

  • Page layout




Header Design

Customize your:

  • Primary and secondary buttons (text and visibility)

  • “Heart” icon on donation button

  • Header links (text and toggles)



Check-In Tool Configuration

Configure check-in settings for in-person events.


Fees

Choose whether to absorb transaction fees or pass them on to donors.

Checkout Options

Enable additional settings for the donor checkout experience.


Social Sharing

Customize the preview shown when your page link is shared on social media.

Thank You Message

Create a custom thank-you message that donors will see after checkout.

Timezone

Set the timezone for your fundraiser (important for scheduling).

Connected Fundraisers

Link multiple fundraising pages together within your Trellis account.

Admin

The Admin section handles key operational and organizational settings.


Now that you’re familiar with Sidebar Settings, you’re ready to dive into the Account Dashboard. Click the “Next” button above to continue learning.

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